Join us for our Sewing Basics for Beginners course - redesigned for teens aged 13 to 17.
Learn to sew from scratch - no experience necessary, We've taken our super popular adult's program and scheduled it during the school holidays over 4 hours each day (plenty of time to snack and chat).
To view all school holidays and after school sewing classes - [click here].
In a small group, you’ll get hands-on with the sewing machine, learn must-know skills, and even figure out how to fix the little mess-ups on your own. It's a fun way to boost your confidence, level up your skills, and connect with other creative teens who love to make stuff too. 🎨🧵✂️
We'll introduce you to terminology, tools, patterns, fabric anatomy, cutting technique and achieving professional results. If you are thinking that Fashion Design, Textiles Technology or Garment Construction is in your future, come on in and get a taste for it!
COURSE PLAN
Workshop 1 - 4 hours (with a break):
- Identifying the parts of the sewing machine
- Learn to thread and set up the sewing machine
- Learn essential techniques including; feeding and guiding the fabric, straight stitching, backstitching, basting, pivoting, zig-zag stitching, applique and sewing at seam allowances
- Hemming and finishing with pinking shears
- Pressing and getting professional results
- Starting to use patterns while making a fabric wallet
Workshop 2 - 4 hours (with a break):
- Fabric anatomy and how that relates to the pattern markings
- Pinning fabrics, tracing patterns and cutting technique
- Types of interfacing and how to use
- Types of zips, their uses and tools/feet required
- Inserting a regular centred zip in a toiletries case
- Boxing out corners
Workshop 3 - 4 hours (with a break):
- Understanding more pattern markings
- Assembling a bag with a full lining
- How to sew darts
- Middle pinning and manipulating fabric
- Bagging out
AND you'll make three projects - a handy wallet, a toiletries case and a bag!
You can purchase a supplies kit with everything required while booking in or before your first workshop... or have fun browsing at your favourite fabric store, maybe even find textiles to repurpose.
You will learn
- Workshop 1: At the end of this session students will be able to thread a sewing machine, setup and make adjustments for straight sewing and zigzag stitching, and will make a handy wallet.
- Workshop 2: Students will know about fabric anatomy, interfacing and zips. They will know how to fuse interfacing, change feet accessories, insert a centred zip and make a toiletries case.
- Workshop 3: Students will be able to independently thread, setup and adjust a sewing machine. With limited supervision; fold fabrics, trace and cut out. Make a lined bag with instructions.
You will get
- Experienced and friendly teachers to take you through everything step-by-step
- Detailed course booklet
- 3 projects made by you; a handy fabric wallet, toiletries case and a lined bag
Appropriate for
No sewing experience? No problem. 🧵 This course has been designed for 13-17 year olds keen to learn all the basics of sewing! We'll give you an understanding of the sewing machine - including; threading it up, how to adjust settings, machine sewing techniques and starting to trouble shoot problems yourself. We’ll introduce you to basic terminology, loads of tools, simple patterns, fabric selection, cutting technique and achieving professional results with stable woven fabrics. Even if you have sewn some stuff, but aren't sure about stitch width or length, or you keep getting a bird's nest of threads, and/or you don't yet know about seam allowance/guides - we think you'll love the "aha" moments in this course.
What to bring
- Workshop 1: a piece of craft felt at least 17cm x 27cm, sewing machine thread & a piece woven cotton fabric at least 45cm x 35cm
- Workshop 2: sewing machine thread, a 25cm closed end chunky plastic zip & .5metre woven cotton fabric
- Workshop 3: sewing machine thread, two pieces of woven cotton fabric both half a metre
- A list of supplies is included in your confirmation email
What to wear
Casual
Thread Den
2270 reviewsLearn to sew, craft and create with Thread Den.
Located on Melbourne's vibrant Brunswick Street, in Fitzroy. At Thread Den you can start at the very beginning, take your skills to the next level, and find your own unique style.
At Thread Den it's just like a friend (a super nice clever one) teaching you and a few friends to sew, craft and create. When you come in; take advantage of having all the equipment on hand, lovely big cutting tables, smooth running Janomes with plenty of feet accessories, inspiring resources, and friendly people to chat to.
Your teachers have years of experience, their own labels and businesses, and the desire to share their skills and craftsmanship with you.
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Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
- A refund can be requested 1 day before class starts. An admin fee of AU$35.00 applies.
- A transfer can be requested 4 days before the class starts. An admin fee of AU$10.00 applies.
- A credit note can be requested 4 days before the class starts. Free of charge.
No changes will be allowed after these times.
We recommend the refund upgrade option upon checkout in case you’re not able to attend the class. Learn more about refund upgrade option.
Terms & Conditions
Taking part in a workshop at Thread Den is fun and we love teaching people our craft, but here we have to get serious for a moment:
It is your responsibility to clear your diary for the booking you've made - especially if there are multiple sessions in your course. If you want to finish your project(s), you need to attend all workshops. You'll also need to arrive on time. We can't start again because it just isn't fair to your fellow participants.
Allow us this indulgence for a second, our workshops and courses - are usually sold out weeks in advance. It isn't a quick switch to pop you into another workshop. If we have an appropriate session where you can attend to keep going, we will try to offer you a discounted space. If that isn't possible, you will need to book a private lesson to stay on track (the minimum cost is NM -$144 or M -$119.52).
We also won't follow you up to check that you are coming along to class and/or that you have the right supplies for your class. Almost every workshop will require you to bring along your supplies, for some workshops we sell a supplies kit at an additional cost - but not for all. If you are unsure about what you need, just shoot us an email - [email protected] . We also want you to learn and love what you make as much as possible, please carefully consider the fabrics we recommend that you use. If you choose a fabric that is suited to a more advanced level you aren't going to enjoy your experience.
We've tried to answer any questions you could have in the workshop description, but again, don't hesitate to email us for any further details or with any queries. We loooove to see that fabric you are thinking of using and sending you off to some of our favourite fabric and habby suppliers.
Thanks for sticking with us and reading through those annoying details.
The details of our refund policy appear during the booking process.
Medical Events
- If you are required to isolate, with the supply of a medical certificate or COVID-19 testing referral covering the date of your workshop, you will be able to transfer your booking without incurring any penalties.
- Your safety is our priority, we reserve the right to make decisions if necessary to preserve the safety of all.
- In the event of a medical emergency, we may have to seek ambulance services on your behalf and at your expense.
Course Cancellations
- Classes are subject to sufficient enrolment numbers (usually this is 3 participants).
- We reserve the right to cancel any scheduled course.
This policy can be viewed on our website - https://threadden.com/about/bookings-and-cancellations-policy/
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